Admission Overview for Parents

As parents, we want the very best for our children, always. And sure, they're young adults who are confident that they can take care of themselves but this next step, their college choice, should be a joint decision. A strong academic fit is essential and financial considerations are important, but it's the feeling of Villanova that seals your decision.

Perhaps it is the caring faculty and staff, willing to go beyond their call to reach a student, is what makes us different. One thing for sure - Villanova strives to bring out the very best in people. Everyday.

The college selection and admission process can be as important to the parent as it is to the student, and sometimes more so. Encourage your young adult to stay focused during their senior year and to take ownership of their application process. Remind them that one way of relieving anxiety is to submit applications and required documents ahead of time to avoid the rush and possibility of missing an important deadline.

The links below will help you become acquainted with Villanova and provide you with an insight of what we have to offer and help alleviate any concerns you may have with your young adult's transition into college life.

Service Learning

Health & Wellness Education
Wellness is a continuous, active process identifying the areas that need improvement, and then making choices that will help you attain a higher level of health and well-being.

Counseling Center
Provides services designed to enhance students' ability to function optimally, so that they can benefit from their college years.

Living in an environment intentionally structured to provide opportunities to meet new people, learn new things, and actively participate in campus life.

Why Villanova?

There is a sense of warmth that unfolds as you tour the campus. It opens itself up to you and draws you in. It’s not just the beautiful campus. The staff and student body gives you a feeling of belonging.

Robert and Monica Bellotti,
parents of Christopher Bellotti

Admission

Maybe it’s the rigorous academics and personalized learning. Maybe it’s the Augustinian Catholic guideposts of truth, unity and love. Maybe it’s the 220,000 hours of annual community service. Or maybe it’s the whole package of distinctive features that makes Villanova a special place—a place that stands out and stands apart; a place that attracts students who want to think critically, act compassionately and succeed while serving others.